Ventress Memorial Library15 Library Plaza
Marshfield, MA 02050
781-834-5535ventresslibrary.org
Ventress Voice · July 2023 · Vol 6.7
We are giving away free books from now until August 19! After a very successful Old Colony Library Crawl, Fantastic Fairy Houses, and Summer Reading Kickoff in June, Summer Reading is in full swing and registration is ongoing. We have challenge options for kids, teens, and adults. Sign up in the library to get your challenge sheet and a free book. Complete the challenge by logging a combination of books read and/or activities completed - and turn it in to get another free book.
 
We also have new books and events featured below. All programs are free and open to the public, and all programs are subject to change. We will post updates on our Events Calendar, Facebook, and Instagram. 
 
New & Forthcoming Titles
Don't know what to read next? Check out these new and soon to be released books. See a cover you like? Click an image to read the synopsis and reserve your copy. We also have NextReads newsletters that you can subscribe to. Find out the latest fiction, nonfiction, and more. Sign up to get your favorite genres delivered to your inbox!
   
In addition to our featured programs, we have our three Book Groups for adults. View our online Events Calendar for all events.
 
Featured Adult Programs
Interactive History of Nintendo
Saturday, July 15 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
From the original NES to the Switch, and everything in between, view and play all the different Nintendos. This program is aimed at adults but open to all ages, as many of the games will appeal to school aged kids and teens. Due to popular demand, we will also have an Oculus VR headset (must be 10+ to use the VR headset). 
Trivia at Stellwagen Beer Co.
Wednesday, July 19 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
We have another outreach event with our community partners, Stellwagen Beer Company. Compete in four rounds of trivia for handmade prizes. Sign up your team today! Registration Required
Board Game Meetup
Saturday, July 29 from 10:00  a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Come hang with the South of Boston Board Game Meetup and play games like Azul: Summer Pavilion, Wingspan, and more. Never heard of any of these games? That's okay! New and veteran players welcome. 
Miss Wendy and Miss Jen are so happy to welcome our new Children’s assistant Jen Mullen! You may already know her as our wonderfully helpful shelver on Tuesday and Thursday mornings! She will be with us part time starting July! Stop in and say Hi! And of course, check out our children's event calendar or our Kids Facebook or Instagram to see what's happening! 
 
Featured Kids Programs
Take & Makes
Every Friday
Stop by the Children's Room to pick up a new Take & make craft every Friday morning, while supplies last!
Storytimes for Babies & Toddlers
Monday Mornings
Join us each week for Toddler Storytime at 9:30 a.m. and Baby Storytime at 11:00 a.m. Each program offers stories, songs and free play! We can’t wait to see you!
Kindergarten Buddies
Tuesday Mornings from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
This program is intended for our friends entering kindergarten in the fall. We want to make sure your child sees some familiar faces on the playground! If your child is going to the posted school, they and one caregiver are invited to join Miss Wendy in a story and play time. Adult supervision is required at all times for this event. Please be sure to check the correct day for your school!
  • 7/11 - South River 
  • 7/18 - Eames Way 
  • 8/1 - Governor Winslow
  • 8/8 - Daniel Webster
  • 8/15 – Martinson
Art for Kids
Tuesday Afternoons from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
We will be creating a large collaborative mural for the Children's Room! This program will utilize mixed media in creating art - paint, paper, cardboard, sand, chalk pastels, and more will be available. Works of art can go home or stay at the library to be part of the mural. Please pay attention to the theme of the program, as each week is slightly different. While supplies last.
  • 7/11: Where I Live
  • 7/18: At the Beach
  • 8/8: In the City
Community Collaborations
Wednesday Afternoons from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Join us Wednesdays in July and August as we welcome different community partners. Hear about what they do, see some cool department items, and learn from a pro - each program will be as unique. This program will be fun for kids of all ages! Adult supervision is required.
  • 7/12 - Marshfield Building Department
  • 7/19 - TBD
  • 7/26 - Marshfield IT Department
  • 8/2 - Marshfield Fire Department
  • 8/9 - District Attorney Cruz
  • 8/23 - Marshfield Harbormaster
Our teen room and programs are open to folks ages 12-18. The Wave Makerspace is open by appointment. For more information, view our teen events calendar.
 
Featured Teen Programs
Mario Kart Tournament
Friday, July 21 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Join us for an OFFICIAL Mario Kart Tournament, presented by One Up Games! The winner will get an ultra-super prize! For ages 10-18; spots are limited Registration Required
Potato Chip Taste Test
Saturday, July 29 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Come put your taste buds to the test! Sample a variety of flavors of potato chips while blindfolded. The person who guesses the most flavors correctly will win a prize!
We Updated Our Website!
We updated our website on July 1. It features new and improved event calendar, meeting room booking, and museum pass reservation systems, as well as updated and reorganized content for a more intuitive and accessible website. Huzzah!